September 2017 Archives

When many people do their estate planning, they choose to place their assets in a trust. Often, people create revocable living trusts that allow them to retain control over these assets while they're alive, but make things easier for their heirs after they are gone.

On behalf of Cotton & Gates, Attorneys at Law posted in family law on Friday, September 15, 2017.

Most people who receive alimony from an ex-spouse get monthly payments, usually for a specified period. However, if the paying spouse has the liquid assets available, the couple may agree to a lump-sum payment.

On behalf of Cotton & Gates, Attorneys at Law posted in criminal defense on Friday, September 1, 2017.

Operating machinery under the influence is quite dangerous, and the courts treat such situations very seriously. Depending upon the type of vehicle an individual is operating while under the influence, it may be possible to face either DUI or BUI charges.

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